Inch after inch, our Caprice LS test vehicle made all of the sleek, rich styling statements that are de rigueur for a luxury sedan.The gently sloping fenders, gracefully rounded body panels and aerodynamic look that have become Caprice trademarks were in ample evidence. Wire wheel covers were expected and provided. The flawless Adriatic Blue finish of our test vehicle was complemented by distinctive gold accents and vinyl/chrome bumper and side trim pieces to create the Caprice LS sedan's impressive styling signature. The rounded chrome grille with integrated, wraparound headlight/cornering lamps that provided excellent night visibility were complemented in the rear by large, wraparound taillight/side marker assemblies. Chevrolet has incorporated aerodynamic sleekness in every inch of the '94 Caprice LS sedan, from the radically sloped and expansive windshield to the subtly flared rocker panels and front/rear plastic air dams. All this contributes to the car's elegance. After our encounter, we were left with the impression that approaching this Caprice LS wearing anything less formal than a dinner jacket might be disrespectful.
The almost sinful aroma and buttery texture of the leather interior beckoned us into the Caprice LS. The six-way power seats were genuinely cushy, yet they managed to provide excellent support. Touches of leather on the door panels, a rounded and deeply cushioned instrument panel and wood accents throughout supported our growing suspicion that the word luxury in the dictionary might now be illustrated by a photograph of the '94 Caprice Classic LS sedan. Conveniently positioned power assists were everywhere inside our test vehicle. Controls for the windows, door and rear window locks antenna and trunk 4d merely begin the long list. Nicely situated vehicle function gauges , instruments-including an alluring turquoise digital speedometer and a host of warning lights were all easily visible through the thickly padded steering wheel. In a somewhat exhausting attempt to find fault, we did deem the dashmounted cupholder too small. We also wished that the spare tire in the carpeted trunk was better concealed for easier luggage storage. Needless to say, both complaints constitute small blemishes on an otherwise flawless scheme. |
